Judicial DoLS Social Worker, Enfield Community Integrated Learning Disability Service (ILDS) Enfield Council Hybrid - 3 days in office Enfield, London 4-Month Fixed Term Contract (Potential Extension/Permanent Opportunity) The Role Enfield Council is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Judicial Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) Social Worker to join our Community Integrated Learning Disability Service (ILDS). This is a 4-month fixed-term opportunity created to support the service in addressing current DoLS backlogs. There is a strong possibility of extension or the role becoming permanent, subject to service demand and performance. You will play a key role in ensuring that individuals who lack capacity are safeguarded lawfully and that all DoLS and Judicial applications are progressed efficiently and to a high legal standard. Key Responsibilities • Undertake Mental Capacity and Best Interests Assessments in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and DoLS framework. • Identify cases requiring progression to Judicial DoLS and prepare applications to the Court of Protection. • Draft high-quality court statements, reports and supporting documentation for judicial scrutiny. • Analyse complex evidence and make defensible, legally robust recommendations. • Work collaboratively with ILDS colleagues, health professionals, care providers, legal services, advocates and families. • Monitor existing DoLS authorisations, ensuring compliance and timely review. • Contribute directly to reducing the current DoLS backlog within the Community ILDS service. • Maintain accurate case records and ensure statutory timescales are consistently met. £32.49 Per hour. This is an agency post, and Pertemps can offer you: A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Not looking right now? We also offer generous referral bonuses so please pass on to a colleague or friend who may be! Please contact Helen on 07901286967 or email helen.omara@pprsocialcare.co.uk